Tax Analyst

Role Overview

• Responsible for Tax Compliance, VAT Reporting, and Process Control ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of operations.
• Execute general ledger (GL) reconciliations and ensure accuracy of VAT-related accounts.
• Prepare IFRS postings and perform revaluation of VAT balances where required.
• Create GLSU entries for balance movements, corrections, and manual VAT postings or provisions.
• Maintain and prepare VAT controlling file based on SAP standard VAT raw data.
• Perform first-level VAT controlling, including invoice analysis in accordance with SOPs and work instructions.
• Clear open items in VAT accounts and maintain accurate tracking of balances and corrections.
• Perform VAT settlements and execute month-end closing activities related to VAT.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, Intrastat, ECSL, and other statutory or statistical reports.
• Coordinate submission of reports either directly to tax authorities or via external advisors.
• Prepare and submit CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism) reports and facilitate purchase of CBAM certificates.
• Prepare VAT receivables reporting, including balance confirmation, aging analysis, and refund tracking.
• Prepare quarterly VAT controls and VAT cash flow forecasts.
• Provide data and analysis for VAT receivables and other tax reporting requirements.
• Ensure proper archiving of all supporting tax documentation in line with compliance requirements.
• Monitor and maintain overview of corrections and ensure timely resolution.
• Perform continuous follow-up with AR, AP, and ICO teams on outstanding VAT-related issues.
• Prepare manual payment requests related to tax obligations.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all tax processes and deliverables.
• Support documentation and enhancement of VAT work instructions and process guidelines.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and provide inputs to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Contribute to automation, standardization, and streamlining of VAT and tax-related processes.
• Coordinate with internal teams (AP, AR, ICO) and external advisors to ensure compliance and issue resolution.
• Support cross-functional collaboration for tax-related activities and reporting requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accountancy, Finance, or related field
• At least 3 years of experience in VAT, finance operations, or similar roles (AP, AR, Intercompany or any equivalent)
• Strong foundation in accounting principles and VAT basics
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• BPO/Shared Services experience preferred
• Experience in process migration/offshoring is an advantage

Tech Stack

• ERP

Benefits

• N/A